Somiedo Postal Codes: 33840 to 33842 | Oviedo, Asturias, Principado de Asturias

Key Facts

Somiedo is a municipality and natural park located in the western part of the Principality of Asturias, an autonomous community in northern Spain. Situated within the broader region of Asturias, Somiedo lies approximately 50 kilometers southwest of the provincial capital, Oviedo, and is nestled in the Cantabrian Mountains, forming part of the border with the neighboring region of Castile and León. Covering an area of about 291 square kilometers, it is one of the larger municipalities in Asturias, though it has a relatively small population of around 1,200 residents, reflecting its rural and mountainous character. The municipality is divided into 15 parishes, which are its primary administrative subdivisions. Somiedo is renowned for its exceptional natural beauty and biodiversity, being designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and a Natural Park, which protects its unique ecosystems, including ancient forests, glacial lakes, and traditional mountain pastures known as 'brañas.' This protected status underscores its importance for conservation and sustainable tourism. For those seeking detailed information about its various parishes, accessing postal code data for Somiedo's sub-regions can facilitate navigation and administrative processes within this picturesque and ecologically significant area.

Neighboring Regions

• Belmonte de Miranda
• Teverga
• Cangas del Narcea
• Tineo
• San Emiliano
• Cabrillanes